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Studious Getaways: A Look at College of DuPage's Study Spots - The Courier
The Courier
Midterms got you stressed? Having trouble finding a good place to study? From quiet corners to scenic outdoor spaces, College of DuPage offers plenty of study spots to either wind down or catch up with your classes.
Photo gallery: The Chaps Honor Veterans On and Off the Field
The Courier
The Chaps secured a big win on Saturday, Oct. 17th, as College of DuPage (COD) hosted the Hawks from Hocking College in Ohio for a football game that also honored active military, veterans and first responders. The Chaparrals came out of the gate swinging, posting a 30 – 0 lead over the Hawks at halftime.... The post Photo gallery: The Chaps Honor Veterans O
Bear Ghost Emerges from Hibernation with Their Tiny Hitman Tour
The Courier
Bear Ghost exited their self-proclaimed period of hibernation this May when they announced the Tiny Hitman Tour and the accompanying album release by the same name. The band went quiet entering 2026 as they pursued new projects, and fans are now rejoicing as they tour their sound across North America. Earlier this month, they returned... The post Bear Ghost
“Street Fighter” Knocks Itself Out
The Courier
“Mortal Kombat” walked so “Street Fighter” could run. Unfortunately, “Street Fighter” forgot to tie its shoes and tripped, tearing its ACL. The 2021 film “Mortal Kombat” and its 2026 sequel focused on creating a game-accurate adaptation, ensuring the bloody fatalities and iconic stages were accurately represented on the silver screen. Were the films any good
How Federal Earnings Standards May Eliminate Loans for Certain College of DuPage Programs
The Courier
For College of DuPage (COD) students such as Anas Salman, an aspiring elementary education teacher who is simultaneously enrolled in the Elementary Education Teacher Preparation Program at Governors State University, having access to federal aid means the difference between pursuing a first-choice program or changing educational paths entirely. “Student loan
Tinashe’s “Popstar” Delivers a Mix of Sounds Worth Dancing to
The Courier
Singer Tinashe’s latest album, “Popstar,” masterfully mixes sounds that create an exciting, party-ready atmosphere. The record cycles between slower tracks and upbeat dance songs, showing off the singer’s versatility and awarding the album a distinctly current feel. Tinashe got her start in show business as a child actress but soon graduated to music, releas
COD Offers Students Resources for the Nov. 3 Election
The Courier
Editor’s note: This piece has been updated with a revised headline to more concisely reflect the content of the story. Grammatical errors and spelling errors, including those in titles and names referenced throughout the article, have also been corrected. COD Votes, a student-run committee of the Student Leadership Council (SLC), is planning to provide COD..
Orange Dog Club and the courts Rock the Hardwood Floors of Reggies Music Joint
The Courier
As the autumn season begins in Chicago, the schedule for live independent music remains strong. If you are inclined to headbang or yearn at a bar with a sticker-bombed ambiance, you should consider the independent artists currently performing in the city. Orange Dog Club and their opening act, the courts, recently played a show at... The post Orange Dog Club
“Digger” Struck Gold Despite a Box Office Failure
The Courier
The headlines from news outlets all look the same: “Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ To Lose Around $150M: Deconstructing The Disaster,” “Weekend Box Office: Verity Debuts at No. 1 While Digger Gets Buried.” The conversation around Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s latest film, “Digger” seems to only be focused on its performance at the box office, which misses the... The post “
College of DuPage’s Natural Areas Invite Community to Help Harvest Natural Prairie Seeds
The Courier
College of DuPage (COD) Natural Areas is offering a new volunteer opportunity: harvesting native plant seeds at the Russell R. Kirt Prairie to aid the growth of the natural areas on campus. This opportunity will take place on Oct. 13, 27 and 29 at the prairie located on the main campus. Volunteers will gather on... The post College of DuPage’s Natural Areas
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